Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs.
Gearbox:
Automatic
Automatic
Engine:
1.4 Petrol
1.6 Petrol
Performance
Power:
150 HP
180 HP
Torque:
250 NM
240 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
9.4 seconds
9.9 seconds
Skoda Kodiaq is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Kodiaq engine produces 30 HP less power than Volvo V70, but torque is 10 NM more than Volvo V70. Despite less power, Skoda Kodiaq reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.3
7.2
The Skoda Kodiaq is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Skoda Kodiaq consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that by driving the Skoda Kodiaq over 15,000 km in a year you can save 135 litres of fuel.
Because of the higher ground clearance, Skoda Kodiaq can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Skoda Kodiaq version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from 23 4x4 versions of Skoda Kodiaq 2016 if off-road driveability is important to you.
Dimensions
Length:
4.70 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.88 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.69 m
1.54 m
Skoda Kodiaq is 12 cm shorter than the Volvo V70, 2 cm wider, while the height of Skoda Kodiaq is 15 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
650 litres
575 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
2065 litres
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Skoda Kodiaq has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, The Volvo V70 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter:
11.6 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the Skoda Kodiaq is 0.1 metres less than that of the Volvo V70.
